Alexander's Gate (Triumphal Arch) was built in 1817 by Johann Daniel Gottfried to commemorate the victory of the Russian czar Alexander I over Napoleon in 1812. This is the only triumph arc in whole Latvia. It is decorated by 4 bronze medallions with the symbols of peace and war.

Originated from a small fishermen village, for centuries Riga has been an important part of the trade chain between Russia and Western Europe. A lively crossroad of cultures and backgrounds for over 800 years, the historical centre of Riga has accumulated an impressive cultural baggage and today is justly included in the UNESCO’s World Heritage list.

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